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... Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using Special-function Buttons ...35 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...36 Using... the Optical Disc Drive ...39 Using the ExpressCard Module ...49 Using the Memory Stick ...52 Using the SD Memory Card ...58 Using the Internet...61 Using the Network (LAN) ...63 Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...65
... Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using Special-function Buttons ...35 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...36 Using... the Optical Disc Drive ...39 Using the ExpressCard Module ...49 Using the Memory Stick ...52 Using the SD Memory Card ...58 Using the Internet...61 Using the Network (LAN) ...63 Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...65
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... ...99 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...100 Connecting a Printer ...103 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...104 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...106 Selecting Performance Modes ...107 Setting the Password ...108 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...120 Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...128... Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 138 Using the VAIO Status Monitor ...139 Using the Power Saving Modes ...140 Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management 145 Protecting the Hard Disk ...147 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing Memory...149
... ...99 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...100 Connecting a Printer ...103 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...104 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...106 Selecting Performance Modes ...107 Setting the Password ...108 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...120 Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...128... Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 138 Using the VAIO Status Monitor ...139 Using the Power Saving Modes ...140 Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management 145 Protecting the Hard Disk ...147 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing Memory...149
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n4 N Precautions ...155 Handling the LCD Screen ...156 Using the Power Source ...157 Handling Your Computer ...158 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...160 Handling Floppy Disks ...161 Handling Discs ...162 Using the Battery Pack ...163 Using Headphones ...165 Handling the Memory Stick ...166 Handling the Hard Disk ...167 Updating Your Computer ...168 Troubleshooting ...169 Computer ...171 System Security ...179 Battery...180 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...182 Internet ...184 Networking ...186 Bluetooth Technology ...189 Optical Discs ...193 Display ...198 Printing ...202 Microphone ...203
n4 N Precautions ...155 Handling the LCD Screen ...156 Using the Power Source ...157 Handling Your Computer ...158 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...160 Handling Floppy Disks ...161 Handling Discs ...162 Using the Battery Pack ...163 Using Headphones ...165 Handling the Memory Stick ...166 Handling the Hard Disk ...167 Updating Your Computer ...168 Troubleshooting ...169 Computer ...171 System Security ...179 Battery...180 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...182 Internet ...184 Networking ...186 Bluetooth Technology ...189 Optical Discs ...193 Display ...198 Printing ...202 Microphone ...203
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n5 N Mouse ...204 Speakers ...205 Touch Pad...206 Keyboard...207 Floppy Disks ...208 Audio/Video...209 Memory Stick ...213 Peripherals ...214 Docking Station ...215 Support Options ...216 Sony Support Information ...216 Trademarks ...220
n5 N Mouse ...204 Speakers ...205 Touch Pad...206 Keyboard...207 Floppy Disks ...208 Audio/Video...209 Memory Stick ...213 Peripherals ...214 Docking Station ...215 Support Options ...216 Sony Support Information ...216 Trademarks ...220
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...about your computer may include a built-in microphone (monaural) *1 The storage device configuration of your configuration. *2 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duosize Memory Stick. n 14 N Getting Started A STAMINA mode indicator (page 19) B Performance selector switch (page 107) C SPEED mode indicator (page 19) ... (page 19) G Hard disk drive*1/Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) H Media Access indicator (page 19) I WIRELESS indicator (page 19) J SD memory card slot (page 58) K Memory Stick slot*2 (page 52) L WIRELESS switch (page 65) M Built-in flash...
...about your computer may include a built-in microphone (monaural) *1 The storage device configuration of your configuration. *2 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duosize Memory Stick. n 14 N Getting Started A STAMINA mode indicator (page 19) B Performance selector switch (page 107) C SPEED mode indicator (page 19) ... (page 19) G Hard disk drive*1/Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) H Media Access indicator (page 19) I WIRELESS indicator (page 19) J SD memory card slot (page 58) K Memory Stick slot*2 (page 52) L WIRELESS switch (page 65) M Built-in flash...
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Bottom n 18 N Getting Started A Docking station connector (page 77) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 149)
Bottom n 18 N Getting Started A Docking station connector (page 77) B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 149)
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... to turn off or in uppercase. Illuminates while the drive is unlit. Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. Press the key a second time to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the... memory card is not in STAMINA mode to provide faster performance. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you press the Shift key ...
... to turn off or in uppercase. Illuminates while the drive is unlit. Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. Press the key a second time to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the... memory card is not in STAMINA mode to provide faster performance. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you press the Shift key ...
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n 20 N Getting Started Indicator Functions WIRELESS Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on the model you purchased. See the online specifications to find out about your computer may include a built-in flash memory storage drive depending on . * The storage device configuration of your configuration.
n 20 N Getting Started Indicator Functions WIRELESS Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on the model you purchased. See the online specifications to find out about your computer may include a built-in flash memory storage drive depending on . * The storage device configuration of your configuration.
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Built-... EYE Camera (page 36) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using the ExpressCard Module (page 49) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 52) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 58) ❑ Using the Internet (page 61) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 63) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Built-... EYE Camera (page 36) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using the ExpressCard Module (page 49) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 52) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 58) ❑ Using the Internet (page 61) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 63) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
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...play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continuously, you need to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm...for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. This may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Unless your VAIO computer, be implemented for use memory-resident utility software while the optical disc drive is not possible. It is compliant with your external display is...
...play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continuously, you need to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm...for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. This may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Unless your VAIO computer, be implemented for use memory-resident utility software while the optical disc drive is not possible. It is compliant with your external display is...
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Because it can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage.
Because it can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage.
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...capacity of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). Your computer... has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with multiple conversion adaptors is the general name of compatibility. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with high-speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities. ✍ You can...
...capacity of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). Your computer... has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with multiple conversion adaptors is the general name of compatibility. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with high-speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities. ✍ You can...
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The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents on the desktop, click Start, Computer, and double-click the Memory Stick icon. n 54 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot. 2 Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place. If nothing appears on the Memory Stick are displayed.
The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents on the desktop, click Start, Computer, and double-click the Memory Stick icon. n 54 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot. 2 Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place. If nothing appears on the Memory Stick are displayed.
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... 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! Improper insertion of data files saved in the correct direction as you cannot insert it into the slot. To view the contents on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to hold the Memory Stick with the arrow... pointing in the Memory Stick. Be sure to view the list of the media may ...
... 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! Improper insertion of data files saved in the correct direction as you cannot insert it into the slot. To view the contents on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to hold the Memory Stick with the arrow... pointing in the Memory Stick. Be sure to view the list of the media may ...
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... slot until it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to reformat the media with your valuable data. Do not remove the Memory Stick from the File system drop-down list as it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! If you select Quick ...you want to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the media. n 56 N Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6...
... slot until it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to reformat the media with your valuable data. Do not remove the Memory Stick from the File system drop-down list as it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! If you select Quick ...you want to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the media. n 56 N Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6...
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n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick ! Large volumes of the slot. ! If you do, you may take time to load, so make sure the indicator is unlit before removing the Memory Stick. To remove a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. The Memory Stick ejects. 3 Pull the Memory Stick out of data may lose data. Do not remove the Memory Stick while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the Memory Stick toward the computer and release. Always remove the Memory Stick gently, or it may pop out unexpectedly.
n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick ! Large volumes of the slot. ! If you do, you may take time to load, so make sure the indicator is unlit before removing the Memory Stick. To remove a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. The Memory Stick ejects. 3 Pull the Memory Stick out of data may lose data. Do not remove the Memory Stick while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the Memory Stick toward the computer and release. Always remove the Memory Stick gently, or it may pop out unexpectedly.
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...the same specifications as of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. You can cause damage to visit the appropriate support web site. ! Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 216) to your ... SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. Use care when inserting or removing an SD memory card from the slot and can use this slot to insert an SD memory card or SD memory card adaptor of the slot. n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card...
...the same specifications as of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. You can cause damage to visit the appropriate support web site. ! Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 216) to your ... SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. Use care when inserting or removing an SD memory card from the slot and can use this slot to insert an SD memory card or SD memory card adaptor of the slot. n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card...
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Inserting an SD Memory Card To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the proper direction. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it clicks into the slot. Do not force the card into place.
Inserting an SD Memory Card To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the proper direction. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it clicks into the slot. Do not force the card into place.
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To remove an SD memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. The SD memory card ejects. 3 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Do not remove an SD memory card while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an SD Memory Card ! If you do, the card or its data may become damaged.
To remove an SD memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. The SD memory card ejects. 3 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Do not remove an SD memory card while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an SD Memory Card ! If you do, the card or its data may become damaged.
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... video camcorder shown here is an example. You cannot access the pictures stored on the digital video camcorder. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out, or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible. Your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently. n ... end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on a Memory Stick when using an i.LINK connection.
... video camcorder shown here is an example. You cannot access the pictures stored on the digital video camcorder. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out, or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible. Your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently. n ... end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on a Memory Stick when using an i.LINK connection.